How To Fix G0642 - No documents posted because of errors in change of method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 642

• Message text: No documents posted because of errors in change of method

What causes this issue?

Errors occurred during the historical calculation for the change of
method.

System Response

Termination; no documents posted.

How to fix this error?

Correct the other reported errors.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0642 - No documents posted because of errors in change of method ?

  The SAP error message G0642, "No documents posted because of errors in change of method," typically occurs during the posting of financial documents, particularly in the context of asset accounting or when dealing with changes in methods related to asset management. This error indicates that there are issues with the parameters or settings that prevent the successful posting of the document.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for asset accounting or the specific method being changed may not be set up correctly.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the asset master record or in the document being posted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the asset, such as incorrect values or formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction type being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for asset accounting and ensure that all methods and parameters are correctly defined.
  Validate Asset Master Data: Ensure that all required fields in the asset master record are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Document Data: Check the document being posted for any missing or incorrect information.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the posting.
  Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction type you are trying to post. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  Error Log Review: Check the error log or application log for more detailed information about the specific error that occurred. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), or FB50 (General Ledger Document Entry) to review and correct asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to asset accounting and the specific methods you are using to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in asset accounting.